in Mr. Southorn's telegram of the 20th February, a
copy of which was enclosed in the letter from this
It is hoped Office No. 77251/30 of the 3rd March. that an agreement may thus be reached which, while
free from the political dangers apprehended in the earlier proposals, may satisfy the Chinese authorities and may at the same time secure, in return, substantial
benefits for the trade of the Colony.
Subject to Mr. Henderson's concurrence, Lord
Passfield proposes to instruct the Governor accordingly
by telegraph.
5. A copy of this letter is being sent to the
Board of Trade.
I am,
sir.
Your most obedient servant,
(sd) Walls & Clas
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